Brooklyn Beckham, son of former Manchester United and Real Madrid midfielder David Beckham, will drive a Formula E car in the brand-new Formula Evo Sessions programme, kickstarting his venture into motorsports.
The 25-year-old attempted to follow in the footsteps of his famous father, pursuing a career in professional football, but Brooklyn called time on his efforts after he was dropped from the Arsenal academy in 2015. Since then, he has ventured into modelling and photography.
Now, Beckham Jnr will step behind the wheel of a race car as part of a bold new Formula E initiative. The electric racing series has allowed celebrities to experience life as racing drivers, taking part in coaching sessions with active racers before a two-day event at the Miami International Autodrome in March.
Brooklyn is teaming up with Jaguar TCS Racing for his participation in the programme and has been paired with 13-time Formula E race winner Mitch Evans for his coaching sessions. The Brit will drive the Jaguar I-TYPE 7 when the cars hit the track in Miami.
“I’ve loved motorsport all my life, so when the opportunity came to be a part of Evo Sessions with Formula E and Jaguar, I jumped at the chance,” Beckham explained. “I love it as a sport, but it’s an incredible opportunity to actually get behind the wheel and experience what it takes to compete at the top level of motorsport.
“The performance of the cars is insane, so I’m pleased I’ll be learning from the current team’s World Champions, Jaguar and from multiple race‑winner Mitch Evans how to get the most out of the I‑TYPE 7. It’s an incredibly exciting opportunity and one I’m looking forward to sharing.”
Team principal James Barclay added: “We’re really excited to be partnered with Brooklyn Peltz Beckham for this project, and I’m really looking forward to giving him first‑hand insight into the team and the Jaguar I‑TYPE 7.
“As one of the world’s leading racing drivers, Mitch Evans will be a fantastic coach to help Brooklyn get up to speed with our race car to give him the best experience possible of what the pinnacle of electric racing is.”
Brooklyn will be joined on the programme by 10 other celebrities and internet personalities. Former Manchester City and Barcelona striker Sergio Aguero is a headline name, while actors Lucien Laviscount and Emilia Hartford are also on the roster, which has yet to be announced in full.
